Days in Gurugram can be very taxing with long office hours and fast paced lives. Amidst this city noise, catch a moment to spend a quaint and relaxed time with your family and friends at these cafes that are cropping up in neighborhoods across Gurugram—such as these five new restaurants.

　　Pastiche

　　Get transported to the streets of Europe at Pastiche in Gurugram. Enjoy a lazy brunch at this spot where art, poetry, and great food come together to give you a wonderful dining experience. The modern European-inspired eatery places art at the center of its design and stitches works of artists like Owen Gent, Peggy Kuiper, Lené Ehler, and Wayne Pate with its interiors.

　　The interiors also channel the charm of European bistros with warm lighting, textured walls, vintage accents, printed upholstery, and large parasols for an al fresco dining experience. A large and diverse collection of books gives the space the look of a cosy living room, too.

　　Don’t miss a hearty bowl of their green goodness salad that is topped with tomme cheese and salt-baked almonds. Their wild mushroom croquettes, that are served with a rich bravas sauce and garlic aioli, are wildly loved by the diners. Another favourite from their menu is the pork belly popcorn braised with a hint of Spanish paprika and soy sauce. Try their hearth to heart pizza or the truffle shuffle pizza. Be rest assured that neither will disappoint you.

　　Their alcohol-free beverage menu has some great options, too. Whether it is rosy blush, a chamomile tea, or a cappuccino, each will elevate your meal in their own way.

　　To wrap up the rather elaborate meal on a sweet note, don’t forget to check out Pastiche’s dessert menu. Their blueberry pancakes and miso caramel tart are favourites.

　　Address Milestone, Highline, 32nd Avenue, Sector 15 Part 2, Sector 15

　　Price for two INR 2,300

　　Espressos AnyDay

　　Espressos AnyDay is a quaint, neighbourhood cafe housed in a building in Gurugram, started by restaurateur Rajan Sethi. Its location on the main road makes the cafe an easy after a tiring day at work or even a leisurely meal detached from the city's noise.

　　The vibe is comforting and chill. Its interiors are dominated by simple woodwork, quirky accent walls and large windows that allow sunlight to bathe the interiors of the cafe during the day. The cafe also comes with an alfresco seating. Brood over a book or enjoy a match americano with a loved one at this quaint spot in the heart of Gurugram.

　　Standing true to its name, the cafe serves a host of coffee options along with some refreshing coolers and ice teas. Everything from vanilla ice cream latte and strawberry iced coffee to fresh ginger turmeric lemonade and detox green are must-tries from their drinks menu. Their matcha menu is noteworthy, too. The Japanese-powdered drink meets innovation at Espressos AnyDay.

　　The photogenic and flavourful iced berry matcha and the interesting matcha americano are worth trying. Egg and Avo (soft-boiled egg salad meets citrusy fresh avocado salsa on an in-house Japanese Shokupan slice), four cheese chili melt (different cheese served with minced jalapeno, green chilli, and salad), and fried chicken sando are diner favourites. They also have breadless options, smoothie bowls, pastas, and pizzettes for you to choose from.

　　We recommend you flip their menu till the last page to find a list of freshly-baked desserts. The zesty Italian lemon meringue and thyme tart or the uniquely fresh and citrusy lemon and poppy tea cake are must-haves.

　　Address 2nd floor, 447, Hamilton Ct Rd, opposite REGENCY PARK-2, Sector 28, DLF Phase IV, Gurugram

　　Price for two INR 1,000

　　Neighbourly

　　Neighbourly by Cafe Delhi Heights is one of the newest additions to Gurugram’s cafe culture. The muted beige walls, teal bulb stands, and bouquets of dried flowers create an inviting and warm ambience at Neighbourly. The large windows at the cafe bathe the interiors in golden hues during the day, building on its comforting vibe

　　From makhani maggi and jackfruit skewers to paneer tikka and hummus, the cafe offers options for vegetarians, non-vegetarians, and pescatarians. Their bhut jolokia-spiced chicken piccata, mutton seekh kebabs, and beauty of corn make for some great starters. A highlight from their menu is their Rajasthani Lal Maas. As the spice in the food begins to get to you, don’t hesitate to order their ever-loved tiramisu or apple pie sundae.

　　Address 21, UG 05, Shop No. R-1 G-20, M3M, 65th Avenue, Sector 65

　　Price for two INR 1,800

　　The Fio Table

　　The Fio Table with its beige and earthy interiors, and the most interesting and unique-looking fans taking slow rounds on the ceiling, is a rather quaint spot to catch a moment of peace in the middle of Gurugram’s fast-paced days. It is a cosy spot to enjoy a meal with a friend or even take your Bumble match on a date.

　　The Mediterranean-cuisine cafe serves a great cured watermelon and stracciatella salad, and chicken levantine salad. Their Genovese and Sicilian chicken pizza make it to the top of diners’ favourites. Don’t miss their chicken shish pilaf and Mediterranean hot pot.

　　Their no-alcohol drinks menu is rather compact but goes well along with their wide food menu. Treat yourself with their zero-proof concoctions including peach, lavender, or even pineapple and zaatar.

　　Address Unit No. 2, Ground Floor, Global Gateway Towers, A, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Sikanderpur, Sector 26

　　Price for two INR 3,000

　　FES Cafe And Desserts

　　Transforming the idea of a cafe into an interactive space and making it eco conscious is the FES Cafe and Desserts in Gurugram. It is hailed as the country’s first zero-waste cafe. Beyond dining, it also doubles as a store that hosts workshops and in-house music events. The interiors are welcoming and comforting, making it a perfect spot to stop by for an on-the-go treat or even a long sit-down chat with your friends.

　　Well-known for their bagels, croissants and cookies, their walnut choco chunk cookies are an all-time favourite. Try their pesto cheese bagel or the mushroom croissant sandwich along with a silky banoffee cloud pudding.

　　Address SF-07, 10, I floor, Galleria Market, Sector 28, DLF Phase IV

　　Price for two INR 600